Kids Academy Learning Center USA

HAINES CITY, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity245
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address902 Lily Ave, Haines City FL, 33844

CityHAINES CITY, FL 33844

CountyPOLK

Phone8633536823

Operating details

HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity245

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High17
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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902 Lily Ave, Haines City FL, 33844, HAINES CITY, FL 33844

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/2/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 124/2/2026

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the base boards in all 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-year-old classrooms had peeling paint also, in the first 3-year-old classroom there is a large area of peeling paint on the window ledge. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and the wall by the due date. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the lighting was measure in all rooms of the facility by the licensing specialist and the lighting measure the above the required 20 ft candles and the 50 ft candles. 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 0428ba07-0909-4cbd-aa47-ad5aa9ad7f36)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4511/25/2025

    45. (45-07)

    Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had a start date of 8/20/25 with a clearance letter dated 7/10/24. The staff had not worked in the industry prior. TA was provided that the clearance letter is due by the due date. Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-25. View official inspection document (report ec3ed24f-ada6-4e0e-83fd-e69ef7e3c519)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/25/2025

    12. (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the air vents and intake vents were in need of cleaning throughout the facility. TA was provided to clean the air vents on a regular basis, and they will need to be clean by the due date. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 12/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-25. View official inspection document (report ec3ed24f-ada6-4e0e-83fd-e69ef7e3c519)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 337/28/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff that is listed in the supplemental started in the industry 3/24/10 at the facility listed in the supplemental. The staff should have completed the required 40 DCF training by before hire. TA was provided that the staff needs to test on part 1 and part 2 before the due date. Due: 8/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report 204438c7-c6bc-4c69-9d6d-bcce1146663b)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 237/28/2025

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the provider had a fire inspection conducted on 7/12/24 and expired 7/12/25 and the provider does not have a current approved fire inspection. Extra time is being allotted since a permit has been applied for in order to conduct the repairs needed to pass the fire inspection. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 8/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report 204438c7-c6bc-4c69-9d6d-bcce1146663b)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 453/28/2025

    45. (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there are staff that need to removed from the Clearing House roster. All names are listed in the supplemental. TA was provided that the roster will need to be corrected by the due date and the roster must be current. The provider has 5 days to add or delete a staff. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report 506a782c-11bb-446a-8e5e-6ff11849b021)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 333/28/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 3/20/24 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy by 3/20/25. TA was provided that the staff must complete the training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report 506a782c-11bb-446a-8e5e-6ff11849b021)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 333/28/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the staff files, and the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 1/6/23 and started her training on 1/4/24 and did not complete the DCF 40 hours. TA was provided that the staff should have completed the DCF 40 hours before being hired. TA was provided the staff must completed the training by the due date. Also, the other staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry 2/15/23 and should have completed her DCF 40-hour training before being hire. Ta staff will also need to complete the training by the due date. Due: 4/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report 506a782c-11bb-446a-8e5e-6ff11849b021)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 351/16/2025

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-10)

    The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the investigation, evidence was obtained that revealed 2 children enrolled in the facility had hand, foot, and mouth disease. When asked the director if these cases were reported to the Health dept. she stated No, its if it was 3 or more in the same classroom; which is incorrect. The provider was advised to ensure that for any sickness that 2 or more children/staff are affected within a 3 day period is reported to maintain compliance of this standard. The standard is resolved because no other children have had these symptoms since that time frame or currently present with any communicable outbreak. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-16. View official inspection document (report 6c724461-515a-46f9-994c-7e3c8e897437)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 321/8/2025

    32. (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the bike go round the red and yellow stationary bus and the stationary yellow tunnel.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the re-inspection, the Licensing Specialist measured the mulch and there was only 2-4 inches of resilient surface. The bike go round the red and yellow stationary bus and the stationary yellow tunnel need to have 6" of mulch 6 ft out and around. TA was provided that a rake or till could be used to loosen the existing mulch then add more mulch. Rule requires of 6" in depth 6 ft out and around of a resilient surface. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report c12f7b27-d8c9-4c5f-a1d2-1e0df3fc72f9)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/25/2024

    17. (17-05)

    The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the white fencing on both sides of the walkway out to the playground are both missing and the pieces of the fencing are propped up against the wall. The fencing being down allows children to be exposed to the air conditioning units on both sides. TA was provided to get both sides of the fencing repaired. Due: 12/5/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report 11fa09e7-c0ee-4180-bd16-02653fc0dd12)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/25/2024

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the baseboards in the classrooms throughout the facility have peeling paint. Also, the window ledge in the 2-year-old classroom has peeling paint in several areas. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and the window seal. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 12/25/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report 11fa09e7-c0ee-4180-bd16-02653fc0dd12)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 1411/25/2024

    14. (14-01)

    All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two classrooms, the (4-year-old classroom and the 1-year-old classroom) that had burned out bulbs and only 17-18 ft candles. TA was provided that the provider will need to replace the lightbulbs, and the minimum lighting must measure at least 20 ft candles to be placed back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report 11fa09e7-c0ee-4180-bd16-02653fc0dd12)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/25/2024

    17. (17-06)

    The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the double gate on the large playground to the left had a 4-inch gap between the gates when pulled together and the left gate had 5" gap at the bottom. The double gate will also need a metal pole to make the gate stationary, when the gate is pushed back there is more than a 10" gap. TA was provided that the gates must have no more than a 3 1/2-inch gap. The fencing will need to be repaired to be brought back into compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report 11fa09e7-c0ee-4180-bd16-02653fc0dd12)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 3211/25/2024

    32. (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [bike go round, the red and blue bus and the yellow tunnel.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the bike go round, the red and yellow stationary bus and the yellow stationary tunnel only had 2-4 inches of resilient surface. TA was provided that the stationary play equipment requires 6" of resilient surface. More mulch will need to be added in order to be placed back into compliance. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report 11fa09e7-c0ee-4180-bd16-02653fc0dd12)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: HAINES CITY, POLK County
  • Capacity: 245
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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